Hydrangea
Hydrangea
Hydrangea is a genus of flowering plants traditionally not associated with specific medicinal uses. Scientific investigations have focused on various species, such as Hydrangea macrophylla. Research has identified perovskone in parts of Salvia hydrangea, with the highest concentrations found in leaves and stems, indicating potential bioactivity. A derivative showed increased efficacy against P. falciparum, suggesting possible antimalarial properties. Additionally, studies on H. macrophylla have explored its aluminum tolerance through a transporter called HmABCG1, which enhances translocation and antioxidant defenses. Moderate low light was found to increase leaf whitening without affecting plant growth or photosynthesis, activating an antioxidant defense system. The complete mitogenome of Hydrangea macrophylla has also been sequenced, revealing insights into mitochondrial genome evolution in superasterids. To date, no major safety concerns or known drug interactions have been recorded for hydrangea.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Perovskone was quantified in Salvia hydrangea parts, with highest levels in leaves and stems, and derivative 3 showed increased efficacy against P. falciparum.
- The study found that Hydrangea macrophylla's HmABCG1 transporter enhances aluminum tolerance through increased translocation and antioxidant defenses.
- Moderate low light increased leaf whitening area without impairing plant growth or photosynthesis, activating an antioxidant defense system.
- The study assembled and analyzed the complete mitogenome of Hydrangea macrophylla, revealing its dual-chromosome structure and providing insights into mitochondrial genome evolution in superasterids.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hydrangea?
Hydrangea (Hydrangea) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Hydrangea?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Hydrangea; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Perovskone was quantified in Salvia hydrangea parts, with highest levels in leaves and stems, and derivative 3 showed increased efficacy against P. falciparum.
How strong is the evidence for Hydrangea?
The strongest finding for Hydrangea carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Hydrangea safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Hydrangea in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Hydrangea interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Hydrangea in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Hydrangea?
Hydrangea is also known as: гортензия.
Is Hydrangea a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Perovskone, a potential antiprotozoal hit compound, quantification and derivatization. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The mitochondrial genome of the soil pH-indicator plant Hydrangea macrophylla provides insights into mitogenome variation and evolution in superasterids. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Exploring the Mechanisms of Hydrangea macrophylla Adapting to Low Light-Induced Ornamental Whitening Through Physiological, Transcriptional, and Metabolomic Analyses. literature abstract metadata
- T2 HmWRKY22-HmABCG1 regulatory module mediates aluminum tolerance through enhanced translocation and antioxidant defense. literature abstract metadata